The Plan

Architect Andre Tchelistcheff and his team along with Structural Engineer Robert Murray have begun creating the design and specifications for the restoration of the Smith-Taylor Cabin on Taylor's Island. Their initial visit by sailboat to the Island to survey the building was covered in an article by the Shelter Island Reporter. The architects met with the Foundation, Committee, Town Board Liason, and Town Highway Superintendent to refine the plans.The plans were presented to the SI Town Board in anticipation of a presentation to the NYS Department of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Places. The meeting was covered by the Shelter Island Reporter. On June 7, 2012 the Town of Shelter Island published the Cabin Restoration Notice to Bidders. On July 31st the Town Board authorized a contract with Strada Baxter Design Build, LLC of Amagansett. The contract for carpentry work, log wall restoration, windows restoration and a new roof was reported in the Shelter Island Reporter.